RAMBAN, MAY 18: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan, today reviewed the progress of the Self-Enumeration process under Census 2027, which commenced yesterday and shall continue till May 31, 2026.
The DC issued necessary directions to ensure smooth implementation of the national exercise across the district.
The meeting was attended by SDM Ramsoo Syed Mazahir Hussain Shah; ACD Sheraz Ahmed; Additional District Census Officer Ashfaq-ur-Rehman; District Coordinator Census Operations Anish Sharma and other concerned officers, while all SDMs and Tehsildars joined the meeting virtually.
The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the ongoing process at every level and stressed the need for effective coordination and widespread public awareness to ensure successful execution of the exercise.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the departments to sensitize the people who come in contact with their offices and provide them necessary guidance and handholding for completing self-enumeration successfully. He also directed Master Trainers, Enumerators and Supervisory Officers to proactively guide citizens and ensure seamless implementation of the process across the district.
The DC further instructed the ACD, CEO, CMO and Tehsildars to activate their field staff and grassroots-level workers to facilitate self-enumeration for themselves as well as assist others in completing the process.
He emphasized that citizens must be properly informed about every stage of self-enumeration for their convenience. A detailed briefing was given during the meeting regarding the information required from households, the step-by-step process for completing self-enumeration and the importance of providing accurate and authentic information for nation-building and policy planning.
Highlighting the significance of public participation, the Deputy Commissioner said that active involvement of every household is vital for the success of Census 2027. He stressed the need for a robust awareness campaign to educate people about the process and encourage maximum participation in this important national exercise.
